Decorating & Design
April 21, 2023
The Most Wanted Outdoor Features For Spring 2023
The last few years have put a renewed focus on the garden for homeowners. With the warmer weather on the horizon, we couldn’t help but round up some of our favorite outdoor features. From fire tables to cocktail pools, here’s what homeowners are looking for their in their green spaces this spring. Scroll down!
Gas Fire Tables
In this vibrant outdoor living room, a sleek fire table invites the family to get outside in shoulder seasons and on chillier spring and summer evenings. “They wanted to decompress in nature, but they didn’t want to feel like they were in a fishbowl,” says the designer of this beautiful backyard transformation.
Overscale Blooms
In fashion designer Tu Ly’s Montreal home, a lower entrance, which opens to the mudroom, is dressed up with hydrangea-filled pots and a bench for taking it all in.
Oversize Pots
Jeweller Noura Sakkijha understands the importance of creating an at-home oasis. “I wanted a place to unwind, a space that was peaceful and easy on the eyes, where I could decompress,” she says. Her rooftop terrace features a vintage-look oversized pot overflowing with fresh flowers and greenery.
Sleek Conversation Sets
A simple flagstone patio and sculptural firepit anchor this intimate conversation area. Opt for low-maintenance outdoor chairs that are weather resistant and won’t go out of style.
Pergolas
Think of it as a frame that lets the sun shine in. A pergola is an easy way to add structure and highlight an area of the garden, making it feel like a distinct room. It’s also great for supporting climbing vines. See more gorgeous garden structures here.
Wood Burning Fire Pits
S’mores, anyone? Whether it’s a smoky firepit at the cottage or in the city, dancing flames always draw people together and are one of the most popular garden additions.
Cabanas
It has many names: cabana, garden shed, outdoor office, homework hut — but this feature has become even more covetable lately as a spot to escape to polish off some work, in peace (and nature).
Cocktail Pools
For those homeowners who aren’t quite ready to commit to a full-sized pool, a petite plunge pool (or swim spa) is the answer. In a small yard, it’s just the right size for a quick dunk and looks just as dreamy as their larger counterparts.